27th And 28th Picks

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  1. KareemtheGreat33

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    He should because #2 and Dung could be traded for the Pacers pick and PG lol
     
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    doubt it. He's definitely going in the teens of this draft, especially after his great shooting display at the big Pro Day workout in LA this past weekend.
     
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    I don't know if these guys have been running all day or what, but my first thought is if this is a timed drill, why aren't these guys pushing the ball more and sprinting?

    If I'm a scout, I'd be looking for:

    1. Hustle up and down the court
    2. The shot form and pull up technique
    3. The handling ability
    4. Awareness of the court and clock
    5. How the approach a missed shot and rebound.
     
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    i'd be looking at my watch.
     
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    They've been running all day. This happens at the very end of the workout. It's meant to test their resolve and their short form when they're tired.
     
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    My guy Semi finally coming around!
     
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    They haven't had my guy; Adebayo. :dwightcrying:
     
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    Still lots of time! He's been moving up the draft boards lately though. We may have missed the window to snatch him...
     
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    True. I do like Semi, though...also like Josh Hart.
     
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    The Lakers haven't even had Wilson in to workout yet. They're high on him without talking to him? I'm dubious.

    The rumor comes from Chad "My Hindsight is 20/20" Ford who says that the Lakers are high on Wilson... this comes just days after DraftExpress has DJ Wilson going 28th to the Lakers... I think you'd be a fool not to see the connection with the hack that Ford is.

    That being said, Wilson is a decent prospect.
     
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    he's also still my guy at #28 that I would prefer over anyone that is reported to be available around that range.
     
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    Tragic blow for a kid who was moving up the boards. Just awful.
     
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    Semi working out for Lakers on Flyday!
     
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    I love how this drafting process save lives. Amazing job by doctors and the rest of the NBA staff. No more Gathers and Lewis tragedies.
     
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    Care to share and explain further?
     
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    3 posts above you.
     
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    Just as a reminder. I've spoken about Semi at length and I really like that kid. I think he'd make a great pick if he's available at #28 for us. He's sort of ridiculously strong, very athletic in space, and can knock down jumpers with consistency.

    PJ Dozier is a name that's sort of whispered about a lot. He's only 20 years old, unique frame. He's 6'6" with a 6'11" wingspan and some bounce. He sort of looks like an unpolished Shaun Livingston to me. I think teams really like his "moldability" a word I just made up.

    Motley is a guy I looked into a bit early on. He doesn't seem like the sharpest tool, but he's a unique athlete. He has smooth hip movement that lets him turn and run with a lot of grace. I listened to his interviews and was turned off a bit. He doesn't seem to have a great grasp of his own weaknesses. Seems more like a 2nd round flier to me.

    Sindarius Thornwell is a guy hardcore fans have been on about. He had a great tournament this year and has a good physical profile. I like the way his jumper looks, he's a good athlete, and he used to play football so he's got a strong mentality. More of an undersized two than a PG, but he says he can defend 1-4 so long as the 4 is a stretch shooter type. Unfortunately in interviews he said he liked watching the C Bags play, so he's out.

    Dotson is a guy some might remember for being dismissed from Oregon following sexual assault charges (the charges were dropped with a lack of evidence). He's remade his image and career at the University of Houston. He's trying to be a 3 and D player with decent athleticism. He can shoot the ball well (44.3% from deep last year). I think he's a reach at #28. Might be more of a Defenders guy.

    I have no idea who LJ Rose is.
     
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    Semi is kind of old for a rookie
     
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